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■Switching to EV drive mode when the gasoline engine is cold
If the hybrid system is starte
d while the gasoline engine is cold, the gasoline engine will
start automatically after a short period of time in order to warm up. In this case, you will
become unable to switch to EV drive mode.
After the hybrid system has started and the “READY” indicator has illuminated, press the
EV drive mode switch before the gasoline en gine starts to switch to EV drive mode.
■Automatic cancellation of EV drive mode
When driving in EV drive mode, the gasoline engine may automatically restart in the fol-
lowing situations. When EV drive mode is ca nceled, a buzzer will sound and the EV drive
mode indicator will flash and go off.
●The hybrid battery (traction battery) becomes low.
The remaining battery level indicated in the “Energy Monitor” display is low. ( P. 9 4 )
●Vehicle speed becomes high.
●The accelerator pedal is depressed firm ly or the vehicle is on a hill etc.
When it is possible to inform the driver of automatic cancelation in advance, a prior
notice screen will appear on the multi-information display.
■Possible driving distance when driving in EV drive mode
EV drive mode’s possible driving distance ra nges from a few hundred meters to approxi-
mately 0.6 mile (1 km). However, dependin g on vehicle conditions, there are situations
when EV drive mode cannot be used. (The distance that is possible depends on the
hybrid battery [traction battery] level and driving conditions.)
■Fuel economy
Your Lexus is designed to achieve the best possible fuel economy during normal driving
(using the gasoline engine an d electric motor [traction motor]). Driving in EV drive
mode more than necessary may lower fuel economy.
WA R N I N G
■Caution while driving
When driving in EV drive mode, pay special attention to the area around the vehicle.
Because there is no engine noise, pedestrians, people riding bicycles or other people
and vehicles in the area may not be aware of the vehicle starting off or approaching
them, so take extra care while driving.

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Driving
NOTICE
■Hybrid battery (traction battery) charge
If the shift position is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be charged. To
help prevent the battery from discharging, avoid leaving the N position selected for an
extended period of time.
■Situations where shift control system malfunctions are possible
If any of the following situations occurs, sh ift control system malfunctions are possible.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place on level ground, apply the parking brake,
and then contact your Lexus dealer.
●When the warning message indicating the sh ift control system appears on the multi-
information display. ( P. 545)
●When the shift position indicator remains off.
■Notes regarding shift lever and P position switch operation
Avoid repeatedly operating the shift lever an d P position switch in quick succession.
The system protection function may activate and it will not be temporarily possible to
shift the shift position other than P. If th is happens, please wait for a while before
attempting to change the shift position again.

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Driving
The slip indicator light will flash while
the VSC/TRAC/ABS systems are
operating.
If the vehicle gets stuck in mud, dirt or snow, the TRAC system may reduce
power from the hybrid system to the wheels. Pressing to turn the system
off may make it easier for you to rock the vehicle in order to free it.
To turn the TRAC system off, quickly
press and release .
The “TRAC OFF” indicator light will
come on.
Press again to turn the system
back on.
■When the “TRAC OFF” indicator comes on even if the TRAC OFF switch has not been
pressed
TRAC and hill-start assist control cannot be operated. Contact your Lexus dealer.
■Sounds and vibrations caused by the ABS, brake assist, VSC, TRAC and hill-start assist
control systems
●A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the hybrid system is
started, just after the vehicle begins to move, if the brake pedal is depressed forcefully
or repeatedly, or 1-2 minutes after the hybrid system is stopped. This sound does not
indicate that a malfunction has occurred in any of these systems.
●Any of the following condit ions may occur when the above systems are operating.
None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop.
• The brake pedal may pulsate slig htly after the ABS is activated.
• The brake pedal may move down s lightly after the ABS is activated.
When the VSC/TRAC/ABS systems are operating
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■EPS operation sound
When the steering wheel is operated, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be heard.
This does not indicate a malfunction.
■Reduced effectiveness of the EPS system
The effectiveness of the EPS system is reduced to prevent the system from overheating
when there is frequent steering input over an extended period of time. The steering
wheel may feel heavy as a result. Should this
occur, refrain from excessive steering input
or stop the vehicle and turn the hybrid system off. The EPS system should return to nor-
mal within 10 minutes.
■Operating conditions of hill-start assist control
When the following four conditions are met, the hill-start assist control will operate:
●The shift position is in a position other than P or N (when starting off forward/backward
on an upward incline).
●The vehicle is stopped.
●The accelerator pedal is not depressed.
●The parking brake is not engaged.
■Automatic system cancelation of hill-start assist control
The hill-start assist control will turn off in any of the following situations:
●Shift the shift position to P or N
●The accelerator pedal is depressed
●The parking brake is engaged.
●Approximately 2 seconds elapse after the brake pedal is released.
■Automatic reactivation of TRAC system
After turning the TRAC system off, the system will be automatically re-enabled in the fol-
lowing situations:
●When the power switch is turned off
●The TRAC will turn on when vehicle speed increases

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Driving
WA R N I N G
■The ABS does not operate effectively when
●The limits of tire gripping performance have been exceeded (such as excessively
worn tires on a snow covered road).
●The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on wet or slick road.
■Stopping distance when the ABS is operating may exceed that of normal conditions
The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle’s stopping distance. Always maintain a
safe distance from the vehicle in front of you, especially in the following situations:
●When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads
●When driving with tire chains
●When driving over bumps in the road
●When driving over roads with potholes or uneven surfaces
■TRAC may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable while drivin g on slippery road
surfaces, even if the TRAC system is operating.
Drive the vehicle carefully in conditions where stability and power may be lost.
■When the VSC is activated
The slip indicator light flashes. Always drive carefully. Reckless driving may cause an
accident. Exercise particular care when the indicator light flashes.
■Hill-start assist control does not operate effectively when
●Do not overly rely on the hill-start assist control. The hill-start assist control may not
operate effectively on steep inclines and roads covered with ice.
●Unlike the parking brake, hill-start assist control is not intended to hold the vehicle
stationary for an extended period of time. Do not attempt to use hill-start assist con-
trol to hold the vehicle on an incline, as doing so may lead to an accident.
■When the TRAC system is turned off
Be especially careful and drive at a speed ap propriate to the road conditions. As this is
the system to help ensure vehicle stability and driving force, do not turn the TRAC sys-
tem off unless necessary.
■Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the specified size and of the same brand, tread pattern
and total load capacity. In addition, make su re that the tires are inflated to the recom-
mended tire inflation pressure level.
The ABS, VSC and TRAC systems will not fu nction correctly if different tires are
installed on the vehicle.
Contact your Lexus dealer for further information when replacing tires or wheels.
■Handling of tires and the suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or modi fying the suspension will affect the driving
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PCS (Pre-Collision System)
◆Pre-collision seat belts (front seat belts only)
If the pre-collision sensor detects that a collision is unavoidable, the pre-colli-
sion system will retract the seat belt before the collision occurs.
The same will happen if the driver makes an emergency braking or loses con-
trol of the vehicle. (
P. 3 5 )
However, when the VSC system is disabled, the system will not operate in the
event of skidding.
◆Pre-collision brake assist
When there is a high possibility of a frontal collision, the system applies
greater braking force in relation to ho w strongly the brake pedal is depressed.
◆Pre-collision braking
When there is a high possibility of a frontal collision, the system warns the
driver using a warning light, warning di splay and buzzer. If the system deter-
mines that a collision is unavoidable, the brakes are automatically applied to
reduce the collision speed. Pre-collisio n braking can be disabled using the
pre-collision braking off switch.
Pre-collision braking disabled
Pre-collision braking enabled
The “PCS” warning light will turn on
when pre-collision braking is dis-
abled.
: If equipped
When the radar sensor detects possibility of a frontal collision, the pre-colli-
sion system such as the brakes and se at belts are automatically engaged to
lessen impact as well as vehicle damage.
Disabling pre-collision braking
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■Conditions that may trigger the system even
if there is no possibility of a collision
In any of the following situations where the fr ontal area of the radar sensor is interrupted,
the radar sensor may detect possibility of a fr ontal collision and the system may be acti-
vated.
●When passing by an oncoming vehicle in a curve or a turn to the right or the left
●When rapidly approaching an obstacle ahead (e.g. preceding vehicle, toll gate barrier,
etc.)
●When there is a structural ob ject (billboard, low ceiling, fluorescent light, etc.) above
the uphill road ahead
●When driving on a narrow road or through under a low overhead structure (bridge,
tunnel, fly-under, etc.)
●When driving on an uneven road surface
●When there is a metal object, bump, or protrusion on the road surface
●When vehicle’s front part is raised or lowered depending on loading conditions
●When the direction of radar sensor is misa ligned by strong impact applied on an area
around the radar sensor, etc.
●When there is an obstacle (guard rail, etc.) by the roadside at the entrance to a curve
●When the front of your vehicle is pointing upwards (caused by putting a heavy load in
the luggage compartment etc.)
When the system is activated in the situations described above, there is also a possibility
that the seat belts will retract quickly and the brakes may be applied with a force greater
than normal. When the seat belt is locked in the retracted position, stop the vehicle in a
safe place, release the seat belt and refasten it.
■Obstacles not detected
The sensor cannot detect plasti c obstacles such as traffic cones. There may also be occa-
sions when the sensor cannot detect pedestrians, animals, bicycles, motorcycles, trees,
or snowdrifts.
■Situations in which the pre-collision system does not function properly
The system may not function effectively in situations such as the following:
●On roads with sharp bends or uneven surfaces
●If a vehicle suddenly moves in front of vehicle, such as at an intersection
●If a vehicle suddenly cuts in front of vehicle, such as when overtaking
●In inclement weather such as heav y rain, fog, snow or sand storms
●When your vehicle is skidding with the VSC system off
●When an extreme change in vehicle height occurs
●When the axis of the radar is out of adjustment
●Due to greatly turning the steering wheel when an obstacle suddenly appears ahead

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Using the steering wheel audio switches
Volume switch:
• Press: Increases/decreases vol- ume
• Press and hold: Continuously increases/decreases volume
Radio mode: • Press: Selects a radio station
• Press and hold: Seeks up/down
CD, MP3/WMA disc, Bluetooth
®, iPod or USB mode:
• Press: Selects a track/file/song
• Press and hold: Selects a folder or album (MP3/WMA disc, Bluetooth
®,
iPod or USB)
“MODE” switch: • Press: Turns the power on, selects an audio source
• Press and hold: Turns the power off
■Canceling automatic select ion of a radio station
Press the “ ” or “” button again.
Some audio features can be controlled using the switches on the steering
wheel.
Operation may differ depending on th e type of audio system or navigation
system. For details, refer to the manual provided with the audio system or nav-
igation system.
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WA R N I N G
■To reduce the risk of an accident
Exercise care when operating the audio switches on the steering wheel.
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Audio system
Radio operation
Search for the desired stations by tu
rning the “TUNE•SEL” knob or pressing
“  ”or “ ” on the “SEEK•TRACK” button.
Press and hold the button (from
the “1” button to the “6” button) the station is to
be set to until you hear a beep.
Press the “AM•SAT”, “FM1” or “FM2” bu tton to begin listening to the radio.
Control panel
Displaying text message
Station selector
Scanning for receivable stations
“TUNE•SEL” knob
Adjusting the frequency
Changing the program type Seeking the frequency
AM•SAT/FM mode buttons
Power/volume knob
Press: Turning the audio system on or
off
Turn: Adjusting the volume
Setting station presets (excluding XM® Satellite Radio)
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■If the satellite radio does not operate normally
If a problem occurs with the XM® tuner, a message will appear on the display. Refer to
the table below to identify the problem, and take the suggested corrective action.
Contact the XM
® Listener Care Center at 1-877-447-0011 (U.S.A.) or 1-877-438-9677
(Canada).
ANTENNA
The XM® antenna is not connected. Check whether the XM®
antenna cable is attached securely.
There is a short-circuit in the antenna or the surrounding
antenna cable. See a Lexus certified dealer.
UNAUTH
You have not subscribed to the XM® Satellite Radio. The radio
is being updated with the latest encryption code. Contact the
XM
® Satellite Radio for subscription information. When a
contract is canceled, you can choose the “CH000” and all the
free-to-air channels.
The premium channel you selected is not authorized. Wait for
about 2 seconds until the radio returns to the previous channel
or “CH001”. If it does not chan ge automatically, select another
channel. If you want to listen to the premium channel, contact
the XM
® Satellite Radio.
NO SIGNALThe XM® signal is too weak at the current location. Wait until
your vehicle reaches a location with a stronger signal.
LOADI N GThe unit is acquiring audio or program information. Wait until
the unit has received the information.
OFF AIRThe channel you selected is not broadcasting any program-
ming. Select another channel.
-----There is no song/program title or artist name/feature associ-
ated with the channel at that time. No action needed.
CH UNAVL
The channel you selected is no lo nger available. Wait for about
2 seconds until the radio returns to the previous channel or
“CH001”. If it does not change automatically, select another
channel.